Numbness and tingling (paraesthesia) can come from a nerve, the spinal cord or the brain. The pattern and the accompanying symptoms tell us where the problem lies.
Usually not urgent
- Brief tingling after sitting in one position
- A single episode after unusual physical activity
- Mild, intermittent hand numbness at night in one hand
See a neurologist soon
- Numbness that persists for more than a few days
- Numbness or tingling on one entire side of the body
- Associated weakness, loss of balance, or speech change
- Numbness in both feet with burning — often diabetic neuropathy
- Numbness after a back or neck injury
Not a substitute for medical advice
This article is for education only. For a diagnosis or treatment plan tailored to your case, please book a consultation with Dr. Ankush Sharma.